Senior Project Manager - Advanced & Industrial Manufacturing

Big-D$100K — $130K *
Tempe, AZ 85281In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of project management experience with a commercial or industrial general contractor
  • Proven success delivering complex building construction projects
  • Strong leadership, communication, and financial management skills
  • Demonstrated ability to build teams and long-term client relationships
  • Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments is preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Responsibilities

  • Lead building construction projects from preconstruction through closeout with strong controls on safety, cost, quality, and schedule
  • Build, mentor, and develop high-performing project teams and future leaders
  • Serve as a trusted partner to owners, designers, and trade partners
  • Support market growth efforts in secondary and supporting manufacturing environments
  • Contribute to business strategy, pursuits, and early project planning

Benefits

  • Free Medical & Dental Insurance premiums
  • HSA with employer contribution
  • 401k with Match
  • Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Supplemental Benefits
  • PTO & Paid Holidays
  • Vehicle Allowance
Full Job Description
Role Overview

This is a senior, entrepreneurial senior project management role responsible for leading complex building projects while helping grow our presence in advanced and industrial manufacturing sectors that support broader manufacturing ecosystems. The position emphasizes strong project execution, people development, client relationships, and long-term business growth.

Location

Southwest U.S. (Arizona preferred; regional travel required)

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead building construction projects from preconstruction through closeout with strong controls on safety, cost, quality, and schedule
  • Build, mentor, and develop high-performing project teams and future leaders
  • Serve as a trusted partner to owners, designers, and trade partners
  • Support market growth efforts in secondary and supporting manufacturing environments
  • Contribute to business strategy, pursuits, and early project planning


Target Market Focus

Supporting and secondary manufacturing environments, including:

  • Robotics and automation facilities
  • Equipment, component, and systems manufacturing
  • Battery, energy, and electrification supply-chain facilities
  • Advanced industrial buildings in secondary and tertiary markets


(Excludes primary semiconductor or chip fabrication facilities)

Target Candidate Profile

  • 10+ years of project management experience with a commercial or industrial general contractor
  • Proven success delivering complex building construction projects
  • Strong leadership, communication, and financial management skills
  • Demonstrated ability to build teams and long-term client relationships
  • Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)


Benefits:

  • Free Medical & Dental Insurance premiums
  • HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution
  • 401k with Match
  • Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Supplemental Benefits
  • PTO & Paid Holidays
  • Vehicle Allowance


Additional Job Information

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Big-D Construction. #LI-Onsite

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